Cruise from the azure waters of the Caribbean Sea, through the Panama Canal and along the scenic western coast of South America to Valparaiso, Chile. Explore the contrasts of modern cities and ancient civilisations, and enjoy relaxing days at sea including crossing the Equator which is celebrated with a visit from King Neptune.
From Costa Rica sail south to Panama´s beautiful Bocas del Toro before entering the Panama Canal to maneuver through a series of locks and artificial canals interconnecting natural lakes.
Explore some of colourful Guayaquil’s historic sites in Ecuador then cruise to Peru where there are amazing opportunities for wildlife watching and learning about its ancient civilisations including Chan Chan and the Nazca Lines. In Chile there are colourful colonial towns to explore and the chance to uncover the ancient Diaguita culture.
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Andean Coast Itinerary
Day 1 - San Jose (Costa Rica)
Enjoy an overnight stay in San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica. Take the opportunity to stroll through the neo-classical streets of this unique Central American city.
Day 2 - San Jose - Puerto Limon
Tour the canals of Tortuguero National Park then embark ship in Puerto Limon, one of the oldest cities in South America.
Day 3 - Bocas del Toro (Panama)
Bocas del Toro is one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth and is often called the Galapagos of the Caribbean. It is an archipelago made up of islands, cays, islets and sandy beaches.
Day 4 - Panama Canal
Enter the Panama Canal near Colon and enjoy a thrilling transit of the intricate locks system as the ship is lifted more than 26 metres above sea level.
Days 5-6 - Crossing the Equator
Enjoy the ship's facilities on relaxing days at sea. Enjoy a baptism at sea whilst crossing the equator.
Day 7 - Guayaquil (Ecuador)
Guayaquil was founded in 1538 and today it boasts a historic centre, colonial mansions and a large artisan market.
Day 8 - At sea
Enjoy the ship's facilities on a relaxing day at sea.
Day 9 - Salaverry (Peru)
This fascinating town is the gateway to ancient Chimu kingdom including the city of Chan Chan which can be visited on an optional excursion.
Day 10 - Callao
The seaside city of Callao is located just 15km from Lima, the capital of Peru, home to the historic Plaza de Armas where Francisco Pizarro founded the city in 1535.
Day 11 - Paracas
Paracas is the gateway to colonial Pisco and its mysterious Nazca lines and geoglyphs which were carved into the ground between 500BC and 500AD.
Day 12 - At sea
Enjoy the ship's facilities on a relaxing day at sea.
Day 13 - Arica (Chile)
Spend a full day in Arica where there is the chance to explore the city, walk up to El Morro cliff for spectacular views, discover the beaches or see some of the world's oldest known mummies.
Days 14-15 - At sea
Enjoy the ship's facilities on relaxing days at sea.
Day 16 - La Serena
Discover the seaside town of La Serena, home to colourful gardens, beautiful churches and an Archaeological Museum which tells the story of the ancient Diaguita culture that thrived here before the Incan conquest.
Day 17 - Valparaíso
Disembark ship in Valparaiso.
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.